Trump Returns to North Georgia for Economy Speech

President's visit comes amid special election in 14th Congressional District

Feb. 24, 2026 at 8:15am

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President Donald Trump is set to visit Rome, Georgia on Thursday to deliver remarks on the economy and affordability. The visit comes as voters in Georgia's 14th Congressional District prepare for a special election to fill the seat vacated by former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Trump has endorsed Republican candidate Clay Fuller in the race.

Why it matters

Trump's visit to the district highlights the political dynamics at play, as the former president remains a divisive figure and his relationship with Greene has soured. The special election is seen as an important test for both parties ahead of the 2024 presidential race.

The details

During his visit, Trump will tour a local factory, deliver remarks on the economy, and participate in a podcast interview. White House officials have not specified why Rome was selected for the event, but the city's mayor says Trump's visits have provided an economic boost. The 14th Congressional District race features a crowded field of over 20 candidates, including 13 Republicans, 3 Democrats, 1 Libertarian, and 1 Independent.

  • Trump is scheduled to tour a local factory at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
  • The president will deliver his remarks on the economy at 4 p.m. on Thursday.
  • Early voting is currently underway for the special election in Georgia's 14th Congressional District.

The players

Donald Trump

The 45th President of the United States, who is visiting Georgia to deliver remarks on the economy.

Marjorie Taylor Greene

The former U.S. Representative for Georgia's 14th Congressional District, who recently stepped down and has had a contentious relationship with Trump.

Clay Fuller

The Republican candidate in the special election for Georgia's 14th Congressional District, who has received Trump's endorsement.

Jim Bojo

The mayor of Rome, Georgia, who says Trump's visits have provided an economic boost to the city.

Karoline Leavitt

The White House Press Secretary, who insists Trump will focus on affordability and the economy in his speech.

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What they’re saying

“We're a town of about 3,839,000 people and President Trump has been here three times in the last 4 or 5 years to this city and we don't know why. We're not asking why. We're just glad that he's making us part of his day.”

— Jim Bojo, Mayor of Rome, Georgia

“Approximately 75,000 households in my former district had their health insurance double or more on January 1st of this year because the ACA tax credits expired and Republicans have absolutely failed to fix our health insurance system that was destroyed by Obamacare. And you can call me all the petty names you want, I don't worship a man. I'm not in a cult.”

— Marjorie Taylor Greene, Former U.S. Representative

What’s next

The judge in the special election for Georgia's 14th Congressional District will decide on Tuesday whether to allow early voting to continue in the race.

The takeaway

Trump's visit to north Georgia highlights the continued political divisions in the state, as he remains a polarizing figure and his relationship with former ally Marjorie Taylor Greene has deteriorated. The special election in the 14th District will be an important test for both parties ahead of the 2024 presidential race.